John Wilcox is senior editor of 15 HR Specialist newsletters covering employment law, compensation and benefits, as well as theHRSpecialist.com. A journalist who has covered HR, training, organization development and business management for more than 15 years, John keeps his finger on the pulse of what’s working in HR through daily contact with some of the nation’s top HR pros, business people and employment law attorneys.
Effective managers oversee tasks, but influential managers coach their teams to reach their full potential. Coaching empowers employees to find their own solutions and...
This blog post provides guidance for HR leaders on how to support employees impacted by natural disasters. It emphasizes the importance of financial assistance, access...
According to hiring expert Steven Smith, most organizations still use outdated job-posting strategies that severely limit their candidate pool. Smith, author of The...
Leadership isn't confined to a single personality type. By developing your strengths and addressing challenges, you can become an effective leader. Embrace the diverse...
In today’s business environment, HR leaders must strategically position their organizations to attract and retain top talent while achieving operational goals. The...
In a unanimous opinion, the Supreme Court has decided that the appropriate standard for rejecting or making a reasonable accommodation for employees’ religious needs...
The Federal Trade Commission in January published a proposed rule that would make it illegal for employers to require employees to sign noncompete agreements as a...
Retirement security, or insecurity, has caught the eye of Labor Secretary Marty Walsh. He’s right. Fewer employees are covered by traditionally defined benefit plans....
As we reach the final stretch of 2020, it's becoming incredibly clear how much job burnout, stress and a low capacity for change have impacted the workplace.
Consider these tips for giving your most seasoned talent a boost. Time to cut ties? Keep these lessons from the courtroom on age discrimination in mind.
In a big win for employers, the National Labor Relations Board has adopted a broad definition to distinguish independent contractors from employees, making it difficult...
